4 things to watch for in Game 3 of NBA Finals | Starting 5: NBA Finals return to ‘Cradle of Hoops’

4 things to watch for in Game 3 of…

Indiana needs the alpha version of Tyrese Haliburton, while OKC hopes Chet Holmgren can keep holding down the fort inside.

OKC’s star was in attack mode from the start of Game 2, dropping another 30-point game while getting everyone involved.

OKC superstar Shai Gilgeous-Alexander supplants Tyrese Haliburton for the top spot after a dominant Game 2 performance.

The 2025 NBA Finals are set. The Pacers’ explosive offense meets the Thunder’s relentless defense on the NBA’s biggest stage.

With the series shifting to Indiana, expectations are that the Pacers’ role players will play at a higher level in front of their fans.

Will Haliburton be more aggressive in Game 3? The Thunder’s plan won’t change regardless, Dort’s matching up with Haliburton.

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RJ Hamster

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